The Bandra-Worli Sea Link, also known as the Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link, is a Mumbai cable bridge that links Worli in south Mumbai and Bandra in west Mumbai. Travel time between Bandra and Worli has reduced with this Mumbai bridge.
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Bandra-Worli Sea Link: Details about the Mumbai bridge
The base of the bridge is strengthened by concrete and steel viaducts that line either of its sides. The bridge is built to accommodate about 37,500 vehicles per day. This bridge overlooks the Mahim Bay.
Bandra Worli Sea Link: History
The Mahim Causeway was the only route connecting Mumbai’s western suburbs to the city’s financial sector prior to the construction of the Bandra-Worli Sea Link. As a result, the north-south corridor saw severe congestion during rush hour. The Bandra-Worli Sea Link was the first phase of the Western Motorway project, which was conceptualised to address this issue and provide an alternate route to the Mahim Causeway.
The foundation stone of the Mumbai bridge was laid by the late Bal Thackrey in 1999. The project was expected to cost Rs 660 crore and take five years to complete. However, it got delayed due to multiple public interest lawsuits. Following a five-year delay, the bridge’s price rose to Rs 1,600 crore. The bridge was inaugurated in 2009.
Bandra-Worli Sea Link: Architecture
The Bandra-Worli Sea Link was started by the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) and completed by Hindustan Construction Company (HCC). This link has the heaviest precast components ever constructed in India and pre-stressed concrete-steel viaducts on either side. The main span of the Mumbai bridge is the longest concrete deck.The pylon towers utilised in the structure have a special and intricate geometry because of the geology of the seabed. The tallest pylon used here is 128 m and its height gradually decreases as one travels away.
Bandra-Worli Sea Link: Timing
The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is operational throughout the year.
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Bandra-Worli Sea Link: How to reach?
By air: The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Airport is the nearest Airport and is 8.9 km.
By rail: The Bandra Railway Station and the Mumbai Central Railway Station are the nearest railway stations.
Bandra-Worli Sea Link: Nearby tourist spots
- Worli Fort
- Bandra Fort
- Shri Siddhivinayak Temple
Nearby restaurants
- Atrium Bar & Lounge, Taj Lands’ End, Mumbai
- Vista Taj Lands’ End Mumbai
- Prakash Shakahari Upahaar Kendra
- Slink & Bardot
- Thangabali
- Taj Mahal Tea House
- Ming Yang
- Masala Bay, Taj Lands’ End, Mumbai
FAQs
What does the Bandra-Worli Sea Link connect?
The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is a cable-stayed bridge over the Arabian Sea that connects Bandra in the western suburbs of Mumbai to Worli in South Mumbai.
Is there any time restriction for using the Bandra-Worli Sea Link?
No, there is no time restriction for using the Bandra-Worli Sea Link.
Is the Bandra-Worli Sea Link open 24 hours?
Yes, the Bandra-Worli Sea Link is open 24 hours.
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